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LEADERSHIP STARTS HERE:
LEADERSHIP STARTS HERE: GUIDING TEENS AND EMPOWERING
FAMILIES THROUGH CRISIS
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Turning Talk Into Action
I’m excited ✨💜 to invite you to an upcoming live 📖💬 webinar. Addiction affects the whole family—not just the individual. On Wed Nov 13th at 12-1pm et , Join Colette Currin, VP of EHN Guardians, and myself, for a powerful webinar on understanding teen and family recovery. I will share practical, compassionate strategies for families navigating addiction and mental health challenges. Learn how to spot warning signs, communicate effectively, and foster healing for the entire
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📣 In the Media: Talking About Teen Addiction & Family Crisis
In this blog post, I’m thrilled to share that my book, What’s Wrong with My Teen? Finding Answers to Teenage Addiction and Family Crisis, was recently featured in two interviews. These conversations gave me a chance to talk about the struggles so many families face—and the hope that healing is possible.
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Self-Harm in Teens: A Guide for Parents
March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, a time to bring some awareness to this important issue and provide support for those who are...
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New Stats: Youth Have Highest Rates of Substance Abuse & Dependence.
Substance use among youth is a reality. Youth have been found to have the highest rates of substance abuse and dependence.
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Are Parents Underestimating the Emotional Support Their Teens Need?
Are Parents Underestimating the Emotional Support Their Teens Need?
Teens lacking support are more likely to have mental health issues etc.
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Parents are not ready for the new reality of teen cannabis use
By Caitlin Gibson for The Washington Post The voice mail was waiting on Amy’s phone one morning in February 2019, a missed call from her...
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Cannabis use, puff puff pass?
As simple as that sounds and as popular as it is, there may be some harmful effects for persons with mental and behavioural disorders....
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How to fight the 5 mental states that hold us back in life....
(Source, cnbc.com, Shi Heng Yi, Shaolin kung fu master) These teachings are derived from the Shaolin martial arts culture and philosophy,...
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The New York Times Canada Letter: The lingering questions of legal cannabis
Reflecting on the legalization of cannabis...one year later. What have we learned? Where are we at? Where are we going?
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Young People and Mental Wellness: Why It’s Important to Inspire Easily Influenced Minds
Despite the harmful consequences of substance use that can lead to mental and physical distress, vulnerable youth are still engaging in unsa
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University Students’ Mental Health Concerns on the Rise
As more students seek mental-health care, they face long waits - or pay out of pocket - as universities struggle with demand. Written by:...
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When we're Triggered: How to Stop Reaching Defensively
Every single moment your live - awake and aware inside your life - is another tiny (or huge) opportunity for healing, even your moments on F
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